Sector: Engineering / Manufacturing
Client: Derby-Based Precision Engineering Company
Service Provided: Invoice Finance
Facility Type: Confidential Invoice Discounting
Overview
At Sorbus Finance, we deliver strategic finance solutions that help businesses unlock working capital and fund growth. When a precision engineering firm based in Derby sought to scale their operations but faced cash flow delays due to extended customer payment terms, we provided a tailored Invoice Finance Derby facility. This solution allowed the client to reinvest into machinery, staff, and contracts—without taking on additional debt.
The Client’s Challenge: Growth Stalled by Cash Flow Constraints
The client, an established engineering business in Derby, had developed strong relationships with Tier 1 automotive and aerospace clients. However, those customers operated on 60–90 day payment terms—tying up significant capital in unpaid invoices.
They were experiencing:
- Delayed reinvestment in key equipment and skilled labour
- Working capital pressures during high-output periods
- Limited funding from traditional banking products
- Risk of lost contracts due to lack of upfront liquidity
To move forward with large-scale orders and capital investment, they needed a solution that would unlock the cash flow tied up in their receivables. That’s where our Invoice Finance Derby facility came in.
How Sorbus Finance Responded
Our team worked closely with the client to implement a confidential Invoice Finance Derby facility—providing near-instant access to funds as soon as customer invoices were raised.
1. Unlocking Working Capital from Invoices
We structured a confidential invoice discounting facility to allow the business to:
- Access up to 90% of invoice values within 24 hours
- Fund materials, labour, and growth initiatives without delays
- Maintain full control of their customer relationships
- Avoid long-term borrowing or increased overdrafts
This Invoice Finance Derby solution converted waiting time into working capital.
2. Flexible and Confidential Funding
Understanding the importance of discretion and autonomy, we delivered a confidential structure that:
- Kept the facility invisible to their clients
- Allowed the company to retain control of credit management
- Scaled automatically with sales volume and receivables
- Included a digital dashboard for real-time fund access and reporting
The facility provided long-term flexibility without introducing complexity—empowering the business to operate and grow with confidence.
3. Strategic Cash Flow for Engineering Growth
Within the first 60 days of activating their Invoice Finance Derby facility, the company:
- Released £250,000 of working capital
- Purchased a state-of-the-art 5-axis CNC milling machine
- Hired 3 new skilled engineers to meet contract demand
- Accelerated delivery on high-value projects
- Negotiated supplier discounts for early material payments
This transformed how the business operated—unlocking agility and eliminating dependence on delayed customer payments.
Results: Smarter Liquidity, Stronger Business
With the help of our Invoice Finance Derby team, the client:
- Improved cash flow stability without increasing debt
- Invested confidently in new contracts and equipment
- Gained strategic leverage with suppliers and staff
- Achieved better delivery timelines and customer satisfaction
- Built a scalable funding model for future growth
Why Invoice Finance Derby Is a Smart Solution for Engineering Firms
Engineering and manufacturing businesses often face long payment cycles that can block growth. Our Invoice Finance Derby offering gives companies fast access to cash that would otherwise be locked in receivables—allowing for quicker decision-making, expansion, and reinvestment.
Whether you’re facing working capital challenges, planning a scale-up, or responding to a major contract win, Sorbus Finance delivers:
- Confidential Invoice Discounting
- Factoring and Full-Service Collections
- Facilities for SMEs to £5M+ turnover
- Fast approval and expert-led onboarding
- Local knowledge and nationwide reach
📞 Call us or 📧 email us to speak with a dedicated Invoice Finance Derby specialist today and find out how we can help unlock your cash flow and fuel your next stage of growth.
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